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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1909

Page

10

Mayor Dines Council Members at Private Atlanta Dinner

Mayor Maddox will host a formal dinner at his 83 Peachtree Street residence on Friday evening for members of the city council and board of aldermen. Invitations list dozens of aldermen and councilmen, with no speeches planned, but remarks likely on city government. The event underscores close executive legislative relations in Atlanta since the 1920s reform era, and is seen as strengthening the new administration’s standing.

Peachtree Robert F Maddox Wil Peachtree Street General Council Board of Aldermen Pra Tom Charles M Huberts A. Lee Curtis Praga Huddlerton Prank A Pittman E E Pomesoy H M Beutel John W Grant Wilam A Hancock Jonn S Candler A J Johnson Frank A Hillburn Eugene Dodd Sallis A Baynton J C G Harrison Charles L Chosewood E Lee Smith Vaughan W T Winn Wallgren Steve F Johnston Martin F Amorous Craig Cofield JT Wright O Foster Aldine Chambers E A_ Minor Maddox Atlanta

Murdered Wells-Fargo clerk in Hutchinson robbery

Kansas shope news item reports Jesse Hayminker a weight clerk at the Wells Fargo Express Seafare depot was shot dead by a robber who looted the office safe. The condition of the clerk appeared desperate with injuries and the assailant fled.

Hutchinson Kansas Jesse Hayminker Wells-Fargo Express Company Seafare Depot

Scott's Emulsion Cures Colds and Strengthens Health

Scott's Emulsion is advertised to treat coughs colds and consumption claiming it builds up strength. The copy urges not to wait for consumption or bronchitis and promotes buying Scott's Emulsion from stock in New York.

Scott

Cadetships and postmaster fight in Georgia politics

Washington report notes Sen Clay may block Schwarz welsh postmaster nomination for Waynesboro while Rep Edwards withdraws support. Lawrencville postmaster candidate Cola receives no clear stance from Rep Bell. Georgia plans to add cadet ships at West Point, allowing about sixteen Georgians to attend simultaneously. Anti gambling bill hearing postponed to tomorrow as Farmers Union officers delay arrival. Bryce and Lamar hosts dinner in Washington with diplomats. Savannah river harbor work overseer Kingman undergoes medical fitness evaluation.

Jobe Corrigan, Jr Washington Edwards Schwarzwelsh Waynesboro Schwarzwelas Clay Waynesburg Bidwards Schwarswelns W C Cola Lawrenceville Bell Cola Senate Post Office Committee Lawrencevillv Georgia West Point Jackson Hagood Civil Fe Farmers’ Union Henry Taxie Mippori Diplomatic Corpe Cotours Kingman Dan C Kingman Corpe of Engineers Savannah Doar War Department

Lee F Hanmer Lecture At Carnegie Library

Lee F Hanmer, secretary of the Playground Association of America, addresses city groups on playgrounds. Barclay Memorial Association, Women's Club, and Associated Charities back the talk at Carnegie Library tonight at 8 o clock with lantern slides of national playgrounds and civic trends.

Hanmer Ata Citiens

Blue Mouse dazzles Atlanta with universal laughter and wit

A lively Atlanta audience roared at the premiere of the Blue Mouse, a farcical production featuring Millicent Evans and a strong supporting cast. The reviewer praises Evans’s charm and acting, notes impressive company depth, and calls the show the year’s most enjoyable, with only gallery interruptions and minor complaints about pacing. Mayor Maddox takes no action. The piece also highlights Wilder’s vaudeville acts and Cecil Spooner’s Girl Raffles engagement at the Lyric.

Atlanta Ecurton Rome Augustus Kollett Queta Atlenta Millicent Evsne Augustus Hollett Paulette Devine Bluse The Recktons Lew~ellyn Mra Lewellyn Relfeat Waling Robert Misa Evans Blue Mouse Snraime Nda Palmer Gaatfrey Stein Wee Wilton Lyric Mies Cecil Spooner Charits E Blaney

Job for Betjeman Causes Trouble in Savannah Chamber

Savannah chamber of commerce directors create an outside work post with a salary of 8000 for J A Betjeman, famed for immigration work, triggering a near split as M M Stewart resigns in protest. Mayor Tedeman supporters face fallout as others weigh their stance amid the municipal election echoes.

Savannah Savannah Chamber of Commerce J A Betjeman M M Stewart Tedeman Chamber

Move to Remove Judge Rodey Sparks Puerto Rico Debate

A resolution was introduced in San Juan on February 24 urging President Roosevelt to remove U S district judge Rodey. The measure cites hearings on charges of incapacity and ignorance of Puerto Rican law, noting Rodey’s own actions against critics in a bid to refute claims of disqualification.

San Juan House of Delegates Roosevelt Iuage Bos Roday United States District Court Rodey

Vaudeville and Broadway Theatres Show Mix At Grand Bijou

Readable items describe Blaney theater pieces and the Bijou vaudeville. Misa Spooner gains New York fame with a Broad Way role. The Grand hosts Fifty Miles From Boston with Edin Wallace Hopper, cost listed as 86000 weekly to run, plus a cast of stars and New York company. Also Panama and Roger’s the title fellow headline.

Ant Misa Spooner New York Broadway Dainty Ster Anghaa Boston Edin Wallace Hopper Frand Opera Joseph M Sparks Susanne Leonard Wentford Aigter Talian Hun Beli W. Douglas Stevenson Thomas Brmory Willard Watteer Richardson Ruanell Pincus Alf Helton Percy Helton Ila Solleen Mar Helston Katoryn R. Perry Laster Tamplaton Stanley G Flelée Rogers Resets Brothers Keene Intestar York Panama Maz Rogera Morta New Zork

Business Men Inspect BIC Dam at Lloyd Shoals

More than 200 leading Macon businessmen and New York capitalists joined W J Massie to view the large Central Power Commons dam project at Lloyd Shoals. They toured the site, witnessed foundation work by Lene Brothers, and attended a chamber banquet where W W Finley and A B Leach spoke on Georgia development and energy investment.

New York Lloyd Shoals W. J. Massie Brown House Macon Leach Georgia W J Masyes Lene Brothers Atlanta Masron Chamber of Commerce W W Finley Southern Railway Richard HK Edmunds Manufacturers’ Record B Leach Honda Walter T Hangon Emers Winship J F Heard Chamber of Extameten T D Tinsley Milter

Whiting's Cloth Finish Paper For Home Correspondence

A linen surfaced paper designed for house correspondence offers good quality texture. It is not the finest but is creditable and attractive, recommended for sale by first-class stationers. Ask to see us.

Whiting

Business leaders greet near unanimous support at chamber meeting

More than 260 persons attended the chamber of commerce gathering. President Finley’s anticipated remarks and plans for a united station shed imply cordial business relations ahead. The Southern Railway lists four daily Washington trains and a special for inauguration week. James Freeman, district passenger agent, offers reservations. Pure is the word when KEKE Flour goes in the kitchen.

Chamber of Commerce Finley Union Paranart Washington Peave Atlants Atlanta Pullman New York and New Orleana Limited James Freeman Citwickel Peachtree Street

Mad dog runs amuck in Rome causing bites and fear

In Rome Georgia on February 2 a powerful mad dog attacked multiple dogs and people. Wright Willingham narrowly escaped a severe bite after defending himself with an overcoat as the dog’s teeth tore clothing and caused a sore arm. Physicians say no danger from the bite.

Rome Reruary Jndale Summerside Wright Willingham Mason Wright Drg Ana Willingham

Champion Debate Between Colleges in Georgia

A champion debate held February 24 in Moreantou Georgia pitted North Georgia Baptist college literary society against Blatravilte Danube. The central question asked whether the United States should own and control railroads within its borders. The affirmative side argued in favor of national ownership and operation.

Wleiveytue Ga North Georgia Bapiet College Moreantou Ga Danube Carey United States

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